CGN Player Highlight and Interview: Farah O’Keefe’s Rise at Texas
Texas junior Farah O’Keefe has combined elite results with a focused approach to growth. Raised in Austin and introduced to golf by her father, she built her game on steady progress and a deep competitive drive. Now ranked No. 7 in the World Amateur Golf Ranking, she continues to lead the Longhorns while representing the United States on major international stages. Her goals remain centered on team success, consistency, and continued development toward professional golf.
Career and Amateur Highlights
Helped Team USA win the 2025 Women’s World Amateur Team Championship in Singapore
Runner-up at the R and Women’s Amateur Championship in Scotland
Co-medalist in stroke play at the Women’s Western Amateur
Selected for the 2025 Arnold Palmer Cup Team
Named to the Annika Award Preseason Watchlist
Ranked No. 7 in the World Amateur Golf Ranking
Qualified for the 2023 U.S. Women’s Open at Pebble Beach
Two-time All-American selection by the WCGA and Golfweek
Big 12 Player of the Year and Freshman of the Year honors
Collegiate Results Snapshot
2024 to 2025
Second Team All-American by WCGA and Golfweek
71.35 scoring average over 37 rounds
Six top-five finishes in 12 tournaments
Top 10 finish at the Augusta National Women’s Amateur
Runner-up at both the SEC Championship and NCAA Regionals
2023 to 2024
Big 12 Player and Freshman of the Year
71.11 scoring average, one of the lowest in Texas program history
First collegiate win at the Darius Rucker Intercollegiate
Three rounds of 66 or better, including a 64 at the Windy City Classic
Top five at the Annika Intercollegiate and NCAA Championship
Interview Highlights with CGN
Path into golf
Grew up in Austin and began playing at age two. Balanced multiple sports before focusing fully on golf in high school. Earned early exposure through local junior events and made her LPGA debut at sixteen, making the cut at the Volunteers of America Classic.
Growth in Texas
Adjusted quickly to the pace and expectations of college golf. Sophomore year served as a breakout season with consistent top finishes and major championship experience. Developed a straightforward approach to competition built around consistency and mental strength.
Mindset and preparation
Emphasizes calm focus and composure on the course. Works with coaches to stay within her process and trust what already works rather than overhauling her swing. Uses experience from major events to handle pressure and maintain poise.
Family and influence
Draws steady support from her parents, Michael and Marlene, and her brother, Elias. Credits her family for grounding her and shaping her competitive outlook. Balances her psychology studies with a disciplined training schedule.
Goals
Aims to lead Texas through another deep postseason run while improving early-round performance. Focused on helping the team return to the NCAA Championship and contend for a national title. Long-term goals include continued international success and preparation for professional golf.
